Osmosis video - Adenovirus

Adenovirus is a type of DNA virus that can cause respiratory infections, including the common cold, and also conjunctivitis or "pink eye." They can also cause more serious diseases such as pneumonia, bronchitis, and even meningitis, especially in immunocompromised individuals.

Adenovirus is spread through contact with respiratory secretions, such as saliva or mucus, from an infected person. They can also be spread through the fecal-oral route, and hand hygiene with water and soap or using sanitizers is the best way to prevent infection with adenovirus.